Exceptional leaders often excel as skilled storytellers, and for good reason. Once a company hits a certain level of organizational complexity, one of the most important tasks the CEO has is to craft intellectually coherent and captivating narratives about the firm, its purpose, and its performance. Failure in this task means undermining the very existence of the company; a sin…
Hundreds of everyday products are made with highly toxic fluorinated chemicals called PFAS, a group of chemicals used to make fluoropolymer coatings and products that resist heat, oil, stains, grease, and water. They are often referred to as “forever chemicals” because they build up in our bodies and never break…
In the ever-evolving landscape of the professional world, assertiveness has emerged as a critical trait for success. Many individuals, however, find themselves trapped in the cycle of people-pleasing, afraid to voice their opinions or set boundaries for fear of confrontation or disapproval. While people pleasing could seem like a way…
Increases in the minimum wage are followed by a decrease in students enrolling in community college - particularly part-time students - according to a new National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) working paper released this month. The paper, Raising State Minimum Wages, Lowering Community College Enrollment, was authored by Diane…
For as long as most of us can recall, “engagement” has been a hot topic in the workplace. In the broadest sense, the term refers to the extent to which employees are enthusiastic and dedicated to their jobs. Regardless of how the definition is fine-tuned, engagement continues to be a…
Amid the intense competition in the business world today, companies aim to capture the attention of potential customers and persuade them to try their offerings by highlighting their distinctive strengths and differentiators. While many companies opt to simply declare their competencies on their websites, more nuanced approaches can have a…
Serge Saxonov, co-founder and chief executive officer of Bay Area-based 10X Genomics, started the biotech company in 2012. On its website, the company describes its mission as “ powerful, reliable tools that fuel scientific discoveries and drive exponential progress to master biology to advance human health.” Its work focuses on,…
Between the Internet’s Barbenheimer phenomenon, heatwave headlines, and the recent Trump indictment, you might have missed that six Black women left their prominent film and TV jobs this summer. The senior leaders ran diversity initiatives at Netflix, Disney, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and Warner Bros. Discovery. With…
Having someone that you can look up to and go to for support is one the most important things a kid can have. Mentors give youth (and even adults) the confidence they need to confront challenges and come up with their own solutions. They provide a safe place for kids…
Amtrak on Monday put out a call for feedback on what the train operator calls “the accessibility of long-distance trains.” In a press release issued on Monday, the company said it is “committed to procuring a modern fleet to operate on its Long Distance route network that will improve the…
Every day, as a customer service consultant and customer service turnaround expert and trainer, I work with companies to lift themselves up and out of the cluttered marketplace in which many of today's businesses find themselves.My goal with each of my clients is to use exceptional customer service to elevate…
In a declining economy, startups face an uphill battle when it comes to securing funding.…
With all of the recent news about artificial intelligence (AI), it got me thinking about…
A while back, I took a couple of my grandchildren on a tour of the…
Startups face numerous challenges on their journey to success, and failing to overcome any one…
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